🏈 Mustang Game Recap 🏈
Varsity Football
Mandarin 7 – IMG Academy 57
📍 September 19, 2025 | Home Loss
Mandarin 7 – IMG Academy 57
📍 September 19, 2025 | Home Loss
On Friday night in Jacksonville, IMG Academy lived up to its national billing, handing Mandarin its first loss of the season in a dominant 57-7 victory.
By halftime, IMG had already built a commanding 50-7 lead, and the second half largely became a formality.
🔍 Highlights & Key Performances
IMG’s multidimensional offense was too much to contain.
Sophomore Jayden Wade was electric — rushing 46 yards for a touchdown, and in just six pass attempts, throwing for 69 yards and two passing TDs.
Le’Khy Thompkins also stood out, totaling 67 yards and two touchdowns.
Meanwhile, Knox Annis threw for 113 yards and one score, targeting Tian Wyche frequently — Wyche hauled in 70 yards and a touchdown.
Mandarin’s offense struggled under intense pressure.
Their lone score came in a tough environment, and they were held to their lowest point output of the season.
Defense & momentum
Despite the lopsided final, Mandarin repeatedly faced long yardage and big plays from IMG’s balanced attack. The Mustangs’ defense showed flashes, but IMG’s speed and execution overpowered most stands.
📊 Season Impact & Outlook
Mandarin
Record drops to 4–1 after their first defeat.
Their offense now faces a stern test next week against First Coast, a conference opponent with a stingy defense.
IMG Academy
Remains undefeated at 4–0.
They’ll hit the road next to take on Central, a team known for consistently putting up 30+ points per outing.
📌 Takeaway
Mandarin showed courage and fought hard, but on this night, IMG was a juggernaut. The Mustangs now must regroup quickly, focus on their next matchups, and learn from the speed and precision they encountered. There’s still a long season ahead — games like this test resolve and sharpen championship aspirations.